Best time to visit Granada
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See Granada on the globeGranada month by month
| Month | Rating | Avg high | Rain | Crowds | Flights | What’s on |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Good | 31°C | Mostly dry | Moderate | Average | – |
| February | Good | 32°C | Mostly dry | Moderate | Average | – |
| March | Mixed | 33°C | Mostly dry | Moderate | Average | – |
| April | Mixed | 34°C | Mostly dry | Quiet | Cheapest | – |
| May | Poor | 34°C | Some rain | Quiet | Cheapest | – |
| June | Mixed | 31°C | Very wet | Quiet | Cheapest | – |
| July | Mixed | 30°C | Very wet | Quiet | Cheapest | – |
| August | Mixed | 31°C | Very wet | Quiet | Cheapest | – |
| September | Mixed | 31°C | Very wet | Quiet | Cheapest | – |
| October | Good | 30°C | Wet | Quiet | Cheapest | – |
| November | Great | 30°C | Some rain | Quiet | Cheapest | – |
| December | Great | 30°C | Mostly dry | Moderate | Average | La Gritería |
Festivals, events and seasons in Granada
- December🕯️ La GriteríaShouting for the Virgin Mary on 7 December.
Good to know
- Flights to Granada are usually cheapest in April–November. The catch: highs reach 34°C in April–May.
- The heaviest rain falls in June–September.
The Alhambra’s name comes from the Arabic for ‘the red one’.
Questions people ask
When is the best time to visit Granada?
The best time to visit Granada is November–December. Check current travel advice before booking.
What is the cheapest time to fly to Granada?
Flights are usually cheapest in April–November, when demand is lowest.
When is Granada busiest?
Granada rarely gets overwhelmed by crowds.
What is the weather like in Granada?
April is the warmest month, with average highs of 34°C, and July the coolest at 30°C. The wettest period is June–October.
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